Handheld Sound MAD Drum Kit Series

The Highlights

MAD Drum Kit Series features an integrated hi-end environment to creating Uber realistic drum grooves with maximum impact! Our philosophy was to record several iconic kits in such a way to retain a very focused and direct tonal quality at all dynamic levels. With its extended articulation options, the versatile mixer, dedicated groove engine, and playability features, you can quickly program convincing drum beats with lots of detail.

MAD packs a lot under the hood with customized and elaborate scripts and features that enhance both realistic playback and ease of use – several of which have never before seen in a drum kit library!

And above all – these kits are going to cut through any mix!

Realistic extended dynamic range

MAD features Drum kits with an extended dynamic range of pure raw attitude. The top velocities are at the point of stick-breaking power!
By utilizing a strict playing style, we achieved a powerful dynamic range without losing touch with the musicality of the instrument.

Unique recording concept

Each kit was captured in a different space using a unique blend of microphones and by recording numerous articulations.
We focused on developing unique scripting features that make it intuitive to produce complex grooves that otherwise take a long time to program and take you away from the creative process.

Highly playable

We produced the Mad kits to be effortless and playable!
In addition to the extreme sample count (30,000-50,000 samples per kit), we’ve implemented extended articulations featuring special techniques, Left/Right hand samples, multiple playing zones, and combination strokes.
Other customized features such as: automatic note overlap detection, a dedicated Hi Hat engine, and control over variable velocity, these kits are simply a joy to play.

Extensive Hi-Hat engine

MAD’s Hi-Hat engine features various articulations and 6 degrees of Close-To-Open modulation. The auto foot pedal and Legato transitions help you to easily switch between playing zones and apply real-time modulation. The variable attack and velocity curves add the final touch for realistic Hi Hat grooves.

Comprehensive microphone bleed control

Each kit sports around 50dB of dynamic range, which offers a great deal of musicality. MAD’s engine utilizes this exaggerated dynamic range by enabling you with total control over audio leakage (mic bleed) from adjacent microphone channels.

Legato Snare Grace notes, Cymbal Chokes, and articulation overlap prevention

MAD features an ergonomic key mapping and articulation layout. Snare grace notes are triggered automatically by playing legato eliminating unnecessary bloat to the mapping. Same goes to cymbal chokes where you can choke any individual cymbal from one key.
Since we’ve included dedicated Left and Right hand samples, the engine disallows impossible note overlaps keeping your performance clean and real!

Dedicated groove engine

Explore plenty of Funk and Rock beats complete with alternate grooves and fills ranging from subtle to extreme. All grooves are un-quantized and can be dragged to your host as standard MIDI files